Purchasing Manager / Non-Ferrous Metals

$100,000 - $130,000/Yr

Jobot - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Milwaukee, WI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

As a Non-Ferrous Scrap Buyer at our Milwaukee, WI location, you will play a crucial role in managing the purchase and sale of scrap metal, with a primary focus on non-ferrous trading. This position is integral to our operations as one of the nation's largest scrap metal processors and marketers. You will be responsible for solidifying existing relationships with scrap metal suppliers and customers while also developing new partnerships to expand our network. Your role will involve working closely with the operations team to ensure the timely and efficient processing of scrap metal, which is essential for maintaining our reputation in the industry. In addition to relationship management, you will conduct market research to identify trends, pricing structures, and potential business opportunities within the scrap metal market. Your ability to negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and other terms for purchasing and selling ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal will be key to maximizing profitability and fostering long-term relationships with our partners. You will also be tasked with monitoring and assessing risks associated with scrap metal trading, developing strategies to protect against those risks, and ensuring that our operations remain competitive in a dynamic market environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase and sale of scrap metal at the Milwaukee, WI location.
• Focus primarily on non-ferrous trading while also handling ferrous trading.
• Solidify existing relationships with scrap metal suppliers and customers.
• Develop new relationships with scrap metal suppliers and customers.
• Work with the operations team to ensure timely and efficient processing of scrap metal.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, pricing structures, and potential business opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and other terms for purchasing and selling scrap metal.
• Monitor and assess risks associated with scrap metal trading and develop strategies to protect against those risks.

Requirements

• Knowledge of scrap metal grades and industry quality/grading standards by grade.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of market trends and dynamics.

Benefits

• Base + Commission
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance
• Autonomy and the ability to grow your own territory
• Upward mobility and lots of opportunity for growth
• Flexible hours